2 Mark the two hoses connected to the ram
as a guide to reassembly, then remove the
circlips securing the ram to the two studs on
the framework.

3 Release residual pressure in the system by
opening the filler plug on the pump body.

4 Loosen the hydraulic unions on the ram,
then remove the ram from the studs and lay it
in a suitable container in the boot. Undo the
unions and catch the hydraulic fluid in the
container (see illustration).

21 On completion, fill and bleed the system
as described in Section 23.

Hydraulic hoses
Removal
22 Renewing the hydraulic hoses involves
disconnecting the relevant hose connections
from the pump or ram (see earlier
paragraphs), noting its routing, and where it is
clipped or taped to other components (see
illustration).

24.22 Routing of power-operated folding roof hydraulic hoses

Refitting
23 Refit in the reverse order to removal.

24 On completion, fill and bleed the system
as described in Section 23.

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